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Local obituaries for Batavia, New York and surrounding areas
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Carole J. Allen
Nov 30, 2025
Carole J. Allen, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 30th, 2025, at the age of 81. She was born on November 6th, 1944, in Buffalo. A long-time resident of Batavia, Carole had a passion for swimming and was a regular at the local YMCA. She was a devoted wife to her husband of...
Eddie Lee Garner Sr.
Nov 30, 2025
Batavia - Eddie Lee Garner Sr., a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on July 11, 1943, in Raleigh, North Carolina, Eddie's life was marked by his unwavering dedication to his family and his passion for helping others. He worked tirelessly as a horse trainer, a...
Michael Hahn
Nov 29, 2025
Michael Hahn, age 46, of Basom passed away on November 29, 2025 in Barker. Michael, also known as Mike, loved to be outdoors, whether he was cutting down trees, walking in the woods behind the family’s home, or being around a bonfire. He also liked to cook and spend time with the family’s dogs. He will be greatly missed by...
Michelle Lynn Rhodes
Nov 27, 2025
Michelle Lynn Rhodes, age 49, of Wyoming, NY, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, following complications after a double lung transplant and a long battle with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency, on Thursday, November 27th at UPMC Presbyterian. Born December 7, 1975 in Batavia, NY, the daughter of David Sr. and Carol (Bush) Coughlin.
Michelle will be remembered as a loving wife, daughter,...
Mark S. Showler
Nov 26, 2025
Mark S. Showler, a beloved resident of Byron, passed away peacefully at the age of 64. Born in Rochester on Tuesday, June 20th, 1961, Mark was a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend to many. Mark had a profound love for Harley Davidson motorcycles and spent countless hours riding his own bike, feeling the freedom of the open road. He...
Susan D Balonek
Nov 22, 2025
Elba - Susan D. Balonek, 78 of Elba passed away on Saturday, (November 22, 2025) at Unity Hospital in Rochester surrounded by her family. Mrs. Balonek was born July 5, 1947 in Erie, Pennsylvania a daughter of the late Lawrence and Margaret (Emling) Smith. Susan found immense joy in the simple blessing of a blooming garden , a passion that...
Michael Edward Kingdollar
Nov 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Edward Kingdollar, a beloved brother, uncle, and friend, who left us on Tuesday, November 18th, 2025, at the age of 68. Michael was born on Friday, February 8th, 1957, in Batavia, where he spent most of his life. Michael was prep-cook at Alex's Place in Batavia, where he...
Paul H. Eaton Jr.
Nov 18, 2025
Paul H. Eaton Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. Born in Cortland on August 7, 1963, Paul lived a life full of love, laughter, and adventure. Paul is survived by his devoted wife, Linda J. Ezard Eaton of Elba, who was his partner in life and travel. Together, they embarked on...
Ralph Fiscus
Nov 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ralph Fiscus, who entered eternal rest on Saturday, November 15, 2025, just shy of his 65th birthday. Ralph was born on November 21, 1960, in Byron, New York—a place he always held close to his heart. Ralph graduated from Byron-Bergen High School and pursued a fruitful career in the...
James D. Canty
Nov 15, 2025
James D. Canty, of Stafford, formerly of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15th, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on August 26th, 1939, in Batavia, a son of the late Daniel V. Canty and Frances Powers Canty. He was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife Paulene Merkel Canty, who passed away on May 30,...
Terry E. Dickes
Nov 15, 2025
Terry E. Dickes, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15th, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on Wednesday, July 7th, 1948, in Batavia, a son of the late Edward Joseph Dickes and Marian Sarah Hoy Dickes. A man of varied interests, Terry was a lifetime member of the Western New York...
Eleanor V. Eldridge
Nov 13, 2025
Eleanor V. Eldridge, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 13th, 2025, at the age of 101. She was born on November 8th, 1924, in West Barre, daughter of the late Andrew Sanderson and Irene Pickett Sanderson and wife to the late Harry “Ed” Edgar Eldridge. Eleanor, “Ellie” to some, was a dutiful wife and mother. She was basically a “stay-at-home”...
Louis Shepard
Nov 10, 2025
Louis Shepard of Le Roy, New York, peacefully passed away on August 1, 2025, at Rochester General Hospital. Arrangements are under the care and direction of H.E. Turner & Co., Inc., 403 East Main Street, Batavia. There will be no services. Burial will be on November 13, 2025, at 8:30 am, In St. Joseph’s Cemetery, 522 Ellicott Street, Batavia.
Scott R. Merrill
Nov 7, 2025
Darien Center - Scott R. Merrill, 56 of Darien Center passed away from a serious illness on Friday, (November 7, 2025) at home. Mr. Merrill was born December 29, 1968 in Batavia, a son of the late Robert E. and Carol (Duguid) Merrill. Scott exhibited a large laugh and a quick sense of humor. He loved the arts, acting in...
Ruth Elinor Wolf
Nov 7, 2025
Ruth Elinor Wolf, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 7th, 2025, at the age of 89. She was born on Tuesday, February 11th, 1936, in North Collins. A graduate of Springville Griffith Institute and Bryant & Stratton Business School, she dedicated many years of her life to the Collins Center School in Collins...
Patricia M. Kent
Nov 1, 2025
Alabama - Patricia M. Kent, 66 of Alabama, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Unity Hospital in Rochester. Mrs. Kent was born September 27, 1959 in Batavia, a daughter of the late William and Frances (Gillette) Ellingham. Patty always put her family first. She adored her granddaughters, Rue and Kay, and could always be found on the sidelines...
Dean Avery Hiler
Oct 31, 2025
Dean Avery Hiler, age 89, of Churchville passed peacefully into the waiting arms of his Lord on October 31, 2025. He was predeceased by his parents Avery and Helen, his foster brother Robert Kalpin, his ex-wife Margaret, his daughter Denise Coffin, and his son Christopher Dean Hiler. He is survived by his son Adam (Marcia), grandchildren Charles (Rebecca) Coffin, Kristen...
Michael E. Bell
Oct 29, 2025
Batavia – Michael E. Bell, a resident of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at the age of 72. Born in Buffalo, NY, on August 25, 1953, Michael was the son of the late Harry Bell and Mae Giesz Bell. A 1971 graduate of Alden High School, he was a devoted fan of the Buffalo Bills. His...
Richard John Allen
Oct 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard John Allen, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather. Richard passed away peacefully on Monday, October 27th, 2025, at the age of 87. He was born on Thursday, August 18th, 1938, in Rochester, to the late Glenn J. Allen and Ruth Richter Allen. He is predeceased by his first...
Maryanne Dugan
Oct 27, 2025
Maryanne Dugan, a lifelong resident of Batavia, New York, peacefully passed away at Crossroads House on Monday, October 27th, 2025, at the age of 81, after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. Born on February 3rd, 1944, in Batavia, Maryanne was a cherished daughter of the late Thomas and Catherine Marchese. Maryanne's life was full of love and laughter shared...
Carole J. Allen
Nov 30, 2025
Carole J. Allen, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 30th, 2025, at the age of 81. She was born on November 6th, 1944, in Buffalo. A long-time resident of Batavia, Carole had a passion for swimming and was a regular at the local YMCA. She was a devoted wife to her husband of...
Eddie Lee Garner Sr.
Nov 30, 2025
Batavia - Eddie Lee Garner Sr., a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on July 11, 1943, in Raleigh, North Carolina, Eddie's life was marked by his unwavering dedication to his family and his passion for helping others. He worked tirelessly as a horse trainer, a...
Michael Hahn
Nov 29, 2025
Michael Hahn, age 46, of Basom passed away on November 29, 2025 in Barker. Michael, also known as Mike, loved to be outdoors, whether he was cutting down trees, walking in the woods behind the family’s home, or being around a bonfire. He also liked to cook and spend time with the family’s dogs. He will be greatly missed by...
Michelle Lynn Rhodes
Nov 27, 2025
Michelle Lynn Rhodes, age 49, of Wyoming, NY, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, following complications after a double lung transplant and a long battle with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency, on Thursday, November 27th at UPMC Presbyterian. Born December 7, 1975 in Batavia, NY, the daughter of David Sr. and Carol (Bush) Coughlin.
Michelle will be remembered as a loving wife, daughter,...
Mark S. Showler
Nov 26, 2025
Mark S. Showler, a beloved resident of Byron, passed away peacefully at the age of 64. Born in Rochester on Tuesday, June 20th, 1961, Mark was a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend to many. Mark had a profound love for Harley Davidson motorcycles and spent countless hours riding his own bike, feeling the freedom of the open road. He...
Susan D Balonek
Nov 22, 2025
Elba - Susan D. Balonek, 78 of Elba passed away on Saturday, (November 22, 2025) at Unity Hospital in Rochester surrounded by her family. Mrs. Balonek was born July 5, 1947 in Erie, Pennsylvania a daughter of the late Lawrence and Margaret (Emling) Smith. Susan found immense joy in the simple blessing of a blooming garden , a passion that...
Michael Edward Kingdollar
Nov 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Edward Kingdollar, a beloved brother, uncle, and friend, who left us on Tuesday, November 18th, 2025, at the age of 68. Michael was born on Friday, February 8th, 1957, in Batavia, where he spent most of his life. Michael was prep-cook at Alex's Place in Batavia, where he...
Paul H. Eaton Jr.
Nov 18, 2025
Paul H. Eaton Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. Born in Cortland on August 7, 1963, Paul lived a life full of love, laughter, and adventure. Paul is survived by his devoted wife, Linda J. Ezard Eaton of Elba, who was his partner in life and travel. Together, they embarked on...
Ralph Fiscus
Nov 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ralph Fiscus, who entered eternal rest on Saturday, November 15, 2025, just shy of his 65th birthday. Ralph was born on November 21, 1960, in Byron, New York—a place he always held close to his heart. Ralph graduated from Byron-Bergen High School and pursued a fruitful career in the...
James D. Canty
Nov 15, 2025
James D. Canty, of Stafford, formerly of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15th, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on August 26th, 1939, in Batavia, a son of the late Daniel V. Canty and Frances Powers Canty. He was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife Paulene Merkel Canty, who passed away on May 30,...
Terry E. Dickes
Nov 15, 2025
Terry E. Dickes, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15th, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on Wednesday, July 7th, 1948, in Batavia, a son of the late Edward Joseph Dickes and Marian Sarah Hoy Dickes. A man of varied interests, Terry was a lifetime member of the Western New York...
Eleanor V. Eldridge
Nov 13, 2025
Eleanor V. Eldridge, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 13th, 2025, at the age of 101. She was born on November 8th, 1924, in West Barre, daughter of the late Andrew Sanderson and Irene Pickett Sanderson and wife to the late Harry “Ed” Edgar Eldridge. Eleanor, “Ellie” to some, was a dutiful wife and mother. She was basically a “stay-at-home”...
Louis Shepard
Nov 10, 2025
Louis Shepard of Le Roy, New York, peacefully passed away on August 1, 2025, at Rochester General Hospital. Arrangements are under the care and direction of H.E. Turner & Co., Inc., 403 East Main Street, Batavia. There will be no services. Burial will be on November 13, 2025, at 8:30 am, In St. Joseph’s Cemetery, 522 Ellicott Street, Batavia.
Scott R. Merrill
Nov 7, 2025
Darien Center - Scott R. Merrill, 56 of Darien Center passed away from a serious illness on Friday, (November 7, 2025) at home. Mr. Merrill was born December 29, 1968 in Batavia, a son of the late Robert E. and Carol (Duguid) Merrill. Scott exhibited a large laugh and a quick sense of humor. He loved the arts, acting in...
Ruth Elinor Wolf
Nov 7, 2025
Ruth Elinor Wolf, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 7th, 2025, at the age of 89. She was born on Tuesday, February 11th, 1936, in North Collins. A graduate of Springville Griffith Institute and Bryant & Stratton Business School, she dedicated many years of her life to the Collins Center School in Collins...
Patricia M. Kent
Nov 1, 2025
Alabama - Patricia M. Kent, 66 of Alabama, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Unity Hospital in Rochester. Mrs. Kent was born September 27, 1959 in Batavia, a daughter of the late William and Frances (Gillette) Ellingham. Patty always put her family first. She adored her granddaughters, Rue and Kay, and could always be found on the sidelines...
Dean Avery Hiler
Oct 31, 2025
Dean Avery Hiler, age 89, of Churchville passed peacefully into the waiting arms of his Lord on October 31, 2025. He was predeceased by his parents Avery and Helen, his foster brother Robert Kalpin, his ex-wife Margaret, his daughter Denise Coffin, and his son Christopher Dean Hiler. He is survived by his son Adam (Marcia), grandchildren Charles (Rebecca) Coffin, Kristen...
Michael E. Bell
Oct 29, 2025
Batavia – Michael E. Bell, a resident of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at the age of 72. Born in Buffalo, NY, on August 25, 1953, Michael was the son of the late Harry Bell and Mae Giesz Bell. A 1971 graduate of Alden High School, he was a devoted fan of the Buffalo Bills. His...
Richard John Allen
Oct 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard John Allen, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather. Richard passed away peacefully on Monday, October 27th, 2025, at the age of 87. He was born on Thursday, August 18th, 1938, in Rochester, to the late Glenn J. Allen and Ruth Richter Allen. He is predeceased by his first...
Maryanne Dugan
Oct 27, 2025
Maryanne Dugan, a lifelong resident of Batavia, New York, peacefully passed away at Crossroads House on Monday, October 27th, 2025, at the age of 81, after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. Born on February 3rd, 1944, in Batavia, Maryanne was a cherished daughter of the late Thomas and Catherine Marchese. Maryanne's life was full of love and laughter shared...
